Lummis introduces bill to create bitcoin strategic reserve

Young people who aspired to government service dismayed by end of fellows program

Young people who aspired to federal government service are dismayed by President Donald Trump ending a program created to entice highly qualified workers to join the government

ABC News - 4d

Secretary of state says 83% of USAID programs are being canceled

USAID has been the target of DOGE, the Elon Musk-helmed agency created in an executive order signed by President Trump on his first day in office.

CBS News - 4d

In Napa Vineyards, AI Boosts Grape Expectations

Artificial intelligence applications, from smart tractors to precision irrigation, are making their way into viticulture, while generative AI is creating labels and helping sell wine.

Inc. - 4d

Fired Federal Workers Get Last Words in With Scathing Letters of Resignation to DOGE

Departing officials, including disabled veterans, defend themselves and thousands of fired federal colleagues’ work with defiant, indignant letters, creating a written record of a tumultuous time.

Inc. - 4d

Rangers cap with vulgarity taken off team's store

A hat was pulled from the Rangers and MLB online stores after a mashup of the team's cap and jersey logos created the appearance of a vulgar word in Spanish.

ESPN - 3d

SpaceX Launches NASA’s SPHEREx and PUNCH Missions

The SPHEREx telescope will create the most colorful map of the cosmos, while the four satellites of the PUNCH mission track the evolution of the solar wind in three dimensions.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump tariff threats are pushing Canada's largest oil producer to break its dependence on the U.S.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said the oil-producing region could look beyond the U.S. for customers if Trump's tariff threats create uncertainty.

CNBC - 1d

NBA Stars Like Jalen Brunson Enlist Social Media Surrogates to Expand Reach in China

Companies like East Goes Global serve as social media surrogates for players, expanding their reach, creating business opportunities and pushing for All-Star votes.

The New York Times - 1d

GOP senator says 'tariffs is a tax' and Trump understands 'completely'

A GOP senator says President Trump's tariffs are a tax on American consumers, and Trump knows but the goal is to create open markets and long-term fairness

The Hill - 1d

Unpacking February's slight inflation cooldown

Inflation cooled more than economists expected in February but remained higher than where the Federal Reserve would like it to be, rising 2.8% from a year earlier. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent ...

CBS News - 1d

Trump meets with NATO chief amid push for Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

President Trump sat down with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday as the U.S. pushes for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. While Russian President Vladimir Putin backed a deal in ...

CBS News - 18h

House unveils stopgap measure to keep government funded, avert shutdown

The continuing resolution bill will go to the House Rules Committee on Monday and a floor vote is expected Tuesday.

CBS News - 5d

The two big questions looming over the shutdown fight: From the Politics Desk

Two big questions are looming over the shutdown fight as Republican lawmakers try to pass a stopgap bill to fund the government.

NBC News - 3d

Vice President JD Vance urges GOP to fall in line as shutdown looms

House Republicans are slated to vote Tuesday on their spending bill that would fund the government at current levels through September 2025.

ABC News - 2d

What Does a Shutdown Have to Do With the Budget or Elon Musk? Here’s a Guide.

A short-term spending bill, a 10-year budget plan and Musk’s cost-cutting team are all progressing at once.

The New York Times - 2d

House funding vote puts Senate Democrats in a bind: From the Politics Desk

Senate Democrats are in a politically precarious position after the House passed a stopgap bill to avoid a government shutdown.

NBC News - 2d

Give new dads the same job rights as mums, MP says

Campaigners say the Employment Rights Bill is a big opportunity to improve job security for new dads.

BBC News - 2d

An Elon Musk stablecoin? Democrats warn of a Big Tech crypto takeover.

Stablecoin bill could lead to a “privatization of the dollar,” according to crypto skeptic Sen. Elizabeth Warren.

MarketWatch - 1d

Why NFL MVP Josh Allen didn't try to top Dak Precott's record-setting $60 million per year Cowboys contract

The Bills quarterback left some money on the table with his new contract and here's why

CBS Sports - 23h

Germany’s Merz offers concessions to Greens over ‘historic’ spending plan

Chancellor-to-be vows greater share of investments for green transition as outgoing Bundestag reconvenes to debate bills

Financial Times - 1d

FirstFT: Tesla warns Trump administration it is ‘exposed’ in trade war

Also in today’s newsletter, top Senate Democrat backs Republican funding bill, and China criticises Panama ports deal

Financial Times - 5h

Kansas botches chance at Big 12 Tournament underdog role as Arizona cruises past Jayhawks in quarterfinals

The same issues that plagued Bill Self's team all season were on display Thursday night against the Wildcats

CBS Sports - 2h

Bill Belichick reportedly called Marco Rubio to express his interest in the North Carolina job

North Carolina's hiring of the former New England Patriots head coach began among United States senators.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 7

Funding bill skips measure to avert physician pay cuts, a blow to GOP Doctors Caucus

A key Republican said inclusion of the language would be a “line in the sand” necessary for his support.

Politico - 5d

Sen. Slotkin wants assurances Trump will spend money 'the way Congress intends' funding bill vote

Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., on Sunday said that she would "withhold" her decision on how to vote to fund the government until Congress gets assurances from the Trump administration that money ...

NBC News - 5d

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick says "it remains to be seen" if GOP can pass bill to avoid shutdown

Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi, who is one of the bipartisan co-chairs of the House Problem Solvers Caucus, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he will be voting against the continuing ...

CBS News - 4d

Bills, QB Josh Allen reach record-setting 6-year, $330 million extension

Allen is set to receive the most guaranteed money ever given to an NFL player in his new deal.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

NFL roundup: Bills give Allen reported $330m extension as Steelers trade for DK Metcalf

Buffalo quarterback rewarded for MVP season Pittsburgh make move for Seattle receiver Davante Adams agrees to deal with Rams Garrett agrees new deal to stay with Browns NFL MVP Josh Allen ...

The Guardian - 4d

Bills' Josh Allen signs record-breaking contract that includes $250 million guaranteed, per report

The league's MVP has hit the jackpot

CBS Sports - 4d

Von Miller landing spots: Best fits for two-time Super Bowl champion after release from Bills

Miller, who turns 36 in March, has recorded six sacks across the last two seasons

CBS Sports - 4d

Bills QB Josh Allen gets new deal with reported record $250 million guaranteed

NFL MVP Josh Allen was rewarded Sunday with a contract extension that is reportedly worth $330 million, which would make him among the league’s highest-paid players.

NBC News - 4d

Bills reward Allen with new contract after NFL MVP season. Deal is worth $330M, AP source says

NFL MVP Josh Allen was rewarded with a contract extension worth $330 million, with an NFL record $250 million of it guaranteed, which makes him among the league’s highest-paid players

ABC News - 4d

Bills to sign former Rams DL Michael Hoecht to 3-year deal: Report

Per NFL Network, Buffalo is signing former Rams defensive lineman Michael Hoecht to a three-year deal with a maximum value of $24 million.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Retailers risk multibillion-pound bill as UK equal pay claims gain momentum

Decades after a key campaign by women at Ford’s Dagenham plant, recent rulings have been going against employers

Financial Times - 3d

House set to vote on stopgap spending bill with government shutdown deadline days away

The House is set to vote on a continuing resolution that would avert a shutdown and keep the government funded through September. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.

CBS News - 3d